Railway channels to be unclogged before monsoon, BMC takes charge
Before monsoon begins, BMC Storm Water Department staff will inspect and certify all railway channels beneath railroad tracks by 5 June, 2024. The BMC officials would be held accountable if a blocked drain on railway property causes flooding in the vicinity. The authorities of the Railways and the BMC trade accusations after every significant downpour […]
Navi Mumbai’s illegal billboards being removed by CIDCO
The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) started demolishing huge and illegitimate hoardings within its authority, beginning with Belapur railway station complex where at least four billboards were taken off on 22 May, 2024. While the removal of illegal hoardings that endanger the public has been welcomed by people and campaigners, they are also questioning […]
High Court states to carry out the ongoing demolition project to expand the Mithi River
The Bombay High Court Vacation Bench allowed the continuous demolition of buildings to widen the Mithi River on Saturday. The court rejected the pleas of encroachers to stop or postpone the development project, citing a lack of evidence from tenants of residential and commercial buildings. The vacation bench of Justices of High Court N. R. […]
MMRDA services to commence before monsoon, trials have began for new rakes
Last month, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) began testing a new monorail rake. The trials started last week, evaluating the monorail’s functionality in various scenarios. The main goals are to find and fix any issues, to make sure safety regulations are followed and maximise its functionality. The new mono train’s braking mechanism is […]
Citizens of Kandivali and Juhu present agendas to candidates for infrastructure projects
Candidate pledges to walk the walk have been sought by citizen groups prior to May 20 city polls. After conducting a poll, a group of Kandivali and Lokhandwala township residents released a “citizen’s manifesto,” while a group of Juhu residents released a charter of demands. The manifesto calls for transparent utilisation of MP funds […]
The plan to purchase Metro 1 from Anil Ambani is approved by the state cabinet
On 21 May, 2024, the State cabinet approved in principle the acquisition of Ghatkopar-Versova Mumbai Metro One owned by Anil Ambani and Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). Ambani’s stake is estimated around ₹4,000 Crore. Mumbai Metro One was the first metro that was undertaken under the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) policy in 2007. MMRDA has a […]
Insights for the next 5 years into India’s real estate market
Real estate analysis is a crucial strategic tool for guiding stakeholders through market changes. A solid grasp of trends is essential to predict movements, prices, and market sentiment. Economic variables such as employment rates and GDP growth significantly influence land development. Government initiatives, including housing programs and regulations, play a major role in shaping the […]
This monsoon a new monorail prototype to join fleet in Mumbai
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is set to introduce a new monorail prototype to its fleet by the monsoon season. This new rake has already arrived in Mumbai and is currently undergoing trial runs. Presently, the 17-kilometer monorail line, that runs from Chembur-Wadala to Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk in Mumbai Central, operates with […]
Mhada Mumbai: Updates, Application, Lottery Dates
Mhada Mumbai board will be announcing Mhada Lottery for ‘High Income Group (HIG)’ soon, according to media reports. This project consists of a 39-storey building that Mhada is building in Goregaon (W). The building will have 332 units and will comprise amenities such as a Swimming Pool, EV Charging Station, Gym etc. It is expected […]
Developing Mumbai’s infrastructure to achieve socio-economic change, Says BMC Commissioner, Bhushan Gagrani
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner and state appointed administrator Bhushan Gagrani, who ceased his tenure of two months this week, said on Tuesday that the visible transformation that Mumbai is noticing owing to its infrastructure development will result in the maximum city’s socio-economic transformation. Bhushan was seen interacting with reporters in a brainstorming session ‘Making […]